Expectations for governments and organisations to act on the challenge of inclusivity has risen from citizens and consumers. It is no longer an activity relegated to the notes in an Annual Report but is an imperative for societies and brands.
It's now four decades after the HIV/AIDS epidemic was first recognised medical science has brought an incredibly long way in the fight against this disease . Yet progress around the world has been very uneven, and in parts of Southern Africa, around 20% of the population is HIV positive.
This month’s edition features stories on how global values are shifting, international threats and responses, the COP26 climate change conference, today’s retail environment, and perspectives on women’s experiences.
The second paper in our “Future of Insights” series presents new thinking about how insights can be a source of information that truly inspires business growth.
For businesses, sustainability is not a passing trend: it will dictate their long-term viability. The three pillars of ESG benefit the planet and people and also uphold the businesses of tomorrow.
One in two of us now recognise that our personal actions have a direct impact on the environment. But how is this sense of responsibility creating change in our daily lives?
Most people across 25 countries now agree it is more important that businesses fight climate change than pay the right amount of tax. Seven in ten globally now say they tend to buy brands that reflect their personal values and that business leaders have a responsibility to speak out on social issues. Around the world, agreement on the urgency of dealing with climate change continues to rise but many other social attitudes hold steady, despite COVID-19.
